We slowed the pace today - slept in and enjoyed a leisurely breakfast. Then we left to visit the town of Warrandyte in the hills area - not as high as the Dandenongs but leafy and green rolling countryside. Equestrian centres, vineyards, fruit stalls, antiques, country stores, tea shops and restaurants make this a popular weekend destination.
Our destination was a new Italian restaurant situated in a vineyard and olive grove - Olivigna - which was charming, a little rustic but elegant at the same time. Pencil pines line the road framing olive trees before stepping up to a loggia for outdoor dining and into the restaurant. The gardens feature agaves, lavenders and ground covers.
We ate gnocci with caramelised scallops, pea puree and crispy fried chicken skin - delicious!
After browsing antique shops we met Ellie's son and family for scrummy cake in Clifton Hills. The rain held off although it was a bit fresh. Shops have abandoned summer and filled their windows with winter temptations. Black, grey and more black.
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